bon mot

[bon moh, bawn moh]

noun

plural

bons mots 

1. a witty remark or comment; clever saying; witticism.

bon mot

/ bɔ̃ mo /

noun

1. a clever and fitting remark

Word History and Origins

Origin of bon mot¹

1725–35; < French: literally, good word; boon ², motto

Word History and Origins

Origin of bon mot¹

French, literally: good word

Related Words

• antic 
• farce 
• gag 
• humor 
• laugh 
• one-liner 
• parody 
• prank 
• pun 
• stunt 
• trick 
• wisecrack